Louis Family Restaurant
| Address: | 286 Brook St, Providence, RI 02906, USA |
| Phone: | +1 401-861-5225 |
| Site: | louisrestaurant.org |
| Rating: | 4 |
| Working: | 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM 5AM–3PM |
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David Stewart
It was so bad, I thought I was in an episode of the Twilight Zone. Service: lets say, "fresh zombie" - the skin was not grey so fresh from the grave, but the bloodshot watery eyes and complete lack of emotion fit the zombie profile. Starting with leaving the writing pad on the table to... well, really, an episode of the Twilight Zone is the way to describe it (it was actually borderline scary). Decor: well, there is plenty to look at. Food: Do I start with receiving plates a different times when there was only one other table with customers? Or the dish that SOUNDED wonderful - poached eggs on an english muffin with spinach, tomatoes and cheese... I was picturing this beautiful fresh dish with hollandaise... um, no... frozen spinach barely warm... the processed american cheese on top didnt even melt. And this was the first time in my life I ever put ketchup on home fries. For those of you looking for HOME MADE CORNED BEEF HASH... Just dont come here. They do sell (fresh fruit it says on the menu) blueberry pancakes and they do sell oatmeal for $2.00 bowl or you can get it with fruit for $5.50. I thought it was a bit strange when the table next to us ordered the oatmeal and puts on his own blueberries that he brought with him from home. You dont see that every day in a restaurant. Bizarre - eerie feeling Twilight Zone experience with food that is just not good. By the way, I DONT recommend wasting your money here.
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AnJ gaming
The moment i walked in there it was the worst expeirience ever. The staff just wonder around us and the food was very bland, cold, and didnt really ha e anythig special about it. I came here due to the reason thaf it appeared on DDD but i was sadly mistaken. The granola pancake that appeared pn the show did not look like how it seemed and was very delicate, always falling apart when i tried to take a piece of the pancake. The home fries were disappointing as well. Im used to home fries having a cube shape but these werent the home fries one would expect, just slices of potatoes with little to no taste. It was also pretty dirty, the staff didnt wear gloves nor did they have hairnets. I ordered a coffee when i was there and the spoon was still greasy from the last dish it was used in. I wouldnt recommend this place at all, a worthy resturant with a similar menu would be Marias Kitchen in pawtucket. For the 15 years that ive gone there, it has never disappointed me.
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Timothy Mueller-Harder
Louis (LU-eez) is a place you eat at because of what it is and because you want to be there, not because they have amazing food. Louis is open early in the morning and has pretty traditional options, which are all pretty good and pretty fairly priced. If youre a college student in the area, you should definitely do the 5AM Louis run at some point; its a good experience to have. Walking over there in the crisp morning air, getting a plate of some classic American breakfast food... its nice, if you ask me. In short, if you live nearby, definitely check it out at some point, and maybe youll like it a lot and become a regular! If youre just in town for one or two meals, another place might be a better bet.
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Katie McMahon
If youre looking for a straight-up quality diner, look no further. They dont try to overdo it with options, they just do everything they do really well. I dont know whats up with their coffee, but its so good that its the only coffee Ive never put sugar in. They are classically cool. They dont try to be cool, they just are without trying. I love that the arts station is always on the TV playing jazz or opera or Its a Wonderful Life in German :-) I also love that they just bring the food out when its hot and ready, not when the whole tables order is done, and that it has been the same five people working there every time I come in.
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Pablo Postigo Olsson
Nice place. Sure, mostly diner food, not a large selection, not extraordinary or gourmet... but the offerings raise to the expectations a place like this would create. What should thrill you: The people here are SOOO NICE.... seriously, one can tell the business is family-run. And theres that genuinely New-England rough but wholehearted kindness that hits you upon entering when the people talk to you , if that makes sense. And where else do you here Bach and opera to burger and fries? You tell me. Stop by. Maybe you only get to see the ordinary, but you could just as well have an "esthetically" worthwhile experience.
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Derrick Winfrey
Went in at six am and was the only person there. Three guys run the place and the nastier looking one ( looked like Paulie from Rocky but nastier, black under finger nails and just looked like needed bath.) did the cooking and the money. Found a hair in food , no surprise because "Paulie" had messed up slept in frizzy black hair with no net. Music was terrible classical, but others might like that. Atmosphere was not friendly at all. I really Dont consider myself to be really picky, and rarely write reviews at all but I will never go back to this joint.
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Arielle Norman
Knowing I was going to take a little trip to explore Providence, I of course youtubed "Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives Providence" ti find candidate eating spots, and this was the one that won my interest best. I tried the BBQ chicken ravioli, which was tasty but nothing to write home about for me. The granola pancake, however, was probably the best pancake Ive ever had. If Im ever back in town, I really want to try their pumpkin pancake! The service is friendly, and the food is great and cheap! Oh and you can also get a t-shirt for $5. Weee!
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A Private User
Really some of the finest greasy spoon dining available. The heart-burn you get afterwards is inevitable, and sometimes the place is crowded like ridiculous, but theres no better place to get steak and eggs for about 6 dollars. The food is always great, and everything is what its supposed to be. If you are a vegan or a health nut, dont go. If youre hungry and nothing else matters... you get the idea.
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Chloe Root
One of my favorite spots to start an early morning or end a long night in college! Make sure to try their grilled pumpkin muffin; its to die for. There arent enough funky little family businesses like this around any more, so lets support this sweet neighborhood diner that has more personality than 100 Dennys restaurants combined.
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Èric Roca Fernández
A restaurant that seems has always been there. Food quality is normal, although not outstanding. The restaurant has a true vintage atmosphere, with the wall covered by pictures and postcards sent by customers to witness its been there for a long time. Staff is nice and they offer you all you need. The price is reasonable.
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A Private User
Ive eaten here for many years and its always been great. The staff is great and love the classical music accompanying your home-cooked meal at 5 in the morning. Try their homemade granola or pumpkin-batter pancakes (best with chocolate chips).
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Colin Williams
Louis is a part of the cultural fabric of Brown. Open crazy early, you can always get a huge plate of eggs, bacon and pancakes. The walls are covered in old and new photos some make sense, others dont. Its all part of the charm.
